Workshop & Hydraulic Technician

Midvaal Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 111,600 - 167,400; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Workshop / Hydraulic Technician in Johannesburg. The role involves diagnosing and repairing hydraulic units and electrical power tools, performing routine maintenance, and mentoring learnerships. Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience as a Power Tool Technician and strong electrical, hydraulic, and fault-finding skills. This position offers a salary of R10,000 – R15,000 plus commission.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience as a Power Tool Technician.
• Previous repair experience is essential.
• Experience in fault-finding is essential.

Responsibilities

• Book in units for repair and create detailed job cards.
• Diagnose faults and repair hydraulic units and power tools.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections.
• Conduct quality control checks.

Skills

Hands-on technical capability

High-pressure hydraulics fault-finding and repairs

Pneumatics fault-finding, maintenance and repairs

Electrical power tool diagnostics and repair

Strong attention to detail

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Education

Matric

Minimum N3 with Electrical Trade Theory

Power Tool Repairs Certificate

Tools

SAP Business One

Job description

WORKSHOP / HYDRAULIC TECHNICIAN

Springs
R10 000 – R15 000 Basic + Commission

MID627

Midvaal Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our client, for a technically strong and hands-on Workshop / Hydraulic Technician.

This opportunity is suited to a mechanically inclined individual with solid experience in power tool repairs, hydraulics, and fault-finding who thrives in a structured workshop environment.

Role Purpose:

To determine root causes of failure and perform repairs on electrical power tools and hydraulic units, including routine inspections and preventative maintenance, ensuring high-quality workmanship and adherence to workshop standards.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric (Compulsory)
• Minimum N3 with Electrical Trade Theory
• At least 3 years’ experience as a Power Tool Technician
• Previous repair experience (essential)
• Power Tool Repairs Certificate (advantageous)
• Knowledge of major brands such as Bosch, Makita, etc. (advantageous)
• Experience in fault-finding (essential)
• Exposure to SAP Business One (advantageous)

Technical Skills & Knowledge:

• Hands-on technical capability
• High-pressure hydraulics fault-finding and repairs
• Pneumatics fault-finding, maintenance and repairs
• Electrical power tool diagnostics and repair
• Strong attention to detail
• Good interpersonal and communication skills

Key Responsibilities:

• Book in units for repair and create detailed job cards
• Diagnose faults and repair hydraulic units and power tools
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections
• Conduct quality control checks
• Mentor learnerships by teaching repair skills
• Assist customers and reps with offloading units when required
• Maintain workshop cleanliness and housekeeping standards
• Submit required reports

Reporting to: Branch Manager

A-Player Attributes:

• Takes ownership
• Efficient and effective
• Strong problem-solving ability
• Organised and structured
• Driven and accountable
• Team player

Send your CV to: [e-mail]
Subject line: MID627

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.